Queensland’s Sovereign Industry Development Fund – Now Open
Queensland is open for business, and the State Government is investing in the future of Defence, Biomedical, and Biofuels industries through the $180.6 million Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF).
The Fund supports strategic and catalytic projects that grow sovereign capability, draw on Queensland’s strengths, and create high-value jobs across the state.
Funding Focus:
- New or expanded manufacturing or service capabilities
- Common-use infrastructure
- Projects that catalyse regional and industry-wide development
- Projects that are investment-ready and can start within 12 months
Priority Industries:
- Defence (including national security domains)
- Biomedical
- Biofuels
Who Can Apply?
- Eligible businesses must:
- Be a legal entity with an active ABN or ARBN
- Demonstrate capability and financing pathway
- Be compliant with relevant laws
- Be ready to deliver and scale
Note: Local governments, not-for-profits, GOCs and family partnerships are not eligible.
Project Requirements:
- Located in Queensland
- Deliver sovereign capability
- Not yet commenced
- Clear commercial viability
- Evidence of market demand
- Tangible economic benefit to Queensland
Apply Now
Applications are open until funds are fully allocated.
📧 Email: sidf@dsdilgp.qld.gov.au
📞 Phone: (07) 3828 2981